Packer - Days

The Campbell's Company; Franklin (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401k

Wellness program

Job summary

The Campbell's Company in Franklin, Wisconsin is seeking a detail-oriented Packer to prepare packaging materials, inspect finished goods, label boxes, and ensure products are ready for shipment. You will keep the production area clean and organized under 5S practices.

This full-time day shift ($18.60 per hour) includes a 12-hour 2-2-3 schedule with overtime as needed. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and prior production experience; ability to lift up to 50 lbs is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and/or 1 year of production experience.
• Able to work safely around moving machinery in a fast-paced setting.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks with attention to quality and packaging specs.
• Willing to work mandatory overtime as required by production needs.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cartons, trays, and labeling for packing.
• Ensure packaging supplies and equipment are ready for use.
• Visually inspect finished packaging for correct dates, seals, and labels.
• Identify non-conforming products and communicate issues to the team.
• Assemble and stack cartons on pallets per specifications.
• Operate pallet jack and packaging equipment as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following 5S practices.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in sanitation activities.
• Report any equipment or safety concerns to supervision.

Skills

Production experience

Ability to work safely around machines

Attention to quality and packaging

Overtime availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Packaging equipment

Job description

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations. It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Michael Angelo’s, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder’s of Hanover. We foster a culture of belonging where people come first, and diversity is embraced. And we live our values, always, while setting the highest standards for performance. Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and competitive team. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

LOCATION: Franklin, Wisconsin

Pay : $18.60/hour

Shift: Day Shift, 12-hour 2-2-3 schedule (work every other weekend)

Hours: 5:45 AM to 6:00 PM, with overtime as needed based on business requirements. Start times and hours may vary due to staffing coverage, production schedules, and holiday requirements. Strong attendance and punctuality are required.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE HISTORY HERE…

As a Packer, you will help ensure finished products are packaged accurately, safely, and ready for shipment. You’ll play an important role in maintaining product quality by preparing packaging materials, inspecting finished goods, packing and palletizing products, and keeping the production area clean and organized.

Your attention to quality, safety, and efficiency will help keep production moving and ensure our products meet expectations before leaving the facility.

WHAT YOU WILL DO…

• Prepare cardboard cartons and trays for packing by folding, taping, sorting, labeling, and securing cartons.
• Ensure tape guns and carton-taping equipment have adequate supplies and are ready for use.
• Perform visual inspections of finished product packaging, including bag registration, code dates, pricing, seals, bags, and cases.
• Identify and remove products that do not meet specifications and communicate packaging or quality concerns to the appropriate team member.
• Fill cartons and displays according to packaging specifications and verify products are packed with the correct corresponding labels.
• Tape and seal cartons when required.
• Stack cartons and trays on pallets or skids using the designated quantity and stacking pattern.
• Use a pallet jack, when applicable, to move finished goods.
• Clear loose product from work areas and dispose of defective bags, boxes, trays, and other materials appropriately.
• Assist with product rework according to plant requirements.
• Follow established safety, hygiene, housekeeping, and personal-protection procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment in accordance with 5S practices.
• Store packaging supplies in designated areas and keep aisles and exits clear of obstructions.
• Follow established procedures for safely lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials of various sizes, shapes, and weights.
• Perform sanitation activities as directed, including equipment washes, seasoner cleanings, and wipeouts.
• Prepare production lines for startup and assist with equipment changeovers when applicable.
• Operate tray-making and/or stapling equipment when assigned.
• Promptly report equipment, packaging, product, or safety concerns to the Machine Operator, Group Leader, or Supervisor.
• Work mandatory overtime when business and production needs require it.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH…

You will work closely with Machine Operators, Group Leaders, Supervisors, and other production team members to maintain a safe, efficient production environment. You will communicate quality, packaging, equipment, and safety concerns promptly to help minimize disruptions and ensure finished products meet established standards.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE… (MUST HAVE)

• High School Diploma or GED and/or at least 1 year of production experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work safely around moving mechanical equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining attention to product quality and packaging specifications.
• Ability to follow safety, hygiene, sanitation, housekeeping, and 5S procedures.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime as required by production needs.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, including:
  • Standing continuously and walking frequently.
  • Continuous use of hands and hand dexterity.
  • Frequent stooping, kneeling, overhead work, and two-handed carrying.
  • Continuous bending, pushing, pulling, and repetitive twisting.
  • Frequent ladder climbing and occasional climbing.
  • Continuously handling materials weighing up to 25 lbs.
  • Occasionally handling up to 50 lbs.
  • Performing the additional lifting and material-handling activities required by the operation.
• Ability to work in an environment that may include moving mechanical parts, loud noise, wet or humid conditions, airborne particles, chemicals, and occasional work around elevated areas.

IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE… (NICE TO HAVE)

• Previous experience in a food production, packaging, warehouse, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience performing finished-product or packaging quality inspections.
• Familiarity with 5S workplace organization practices.
• Experience using pallet jacks or similar material-handling equipment.
• Experience operating carton, tray-making, stapling, or packaging equipment.
• Familiarity with production-line startup, changeovers, sanitation, and product rework procedures.

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.